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December 8, 2025 at 3:24 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

December 8, 2025 Dear Georgian, On December 7th, our country remembered the 2,403 American lives lost during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. A day that will forever live in infamy, the attack on Pearl Harbor served as the catalyst for the United States…

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November 27, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Happy Thanksgiving from Rep. Austin Scott

November 27, 2025 Dear Georgian, Every Thanksgiving families across the nation come together and give thanks for each other, for our country, and for another grateful year.  I would ask that each of you join me in giving special thanks to our many servicemembers th…

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November 24, 2025 at 4:34 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

November 24, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House of Representatives passed two major bills regarding transparency and government working for the American people. The first, H.R. 4405, requires the Department of Justice to publish, in a searchable and downloada…

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November 17, 2025 at 4:36 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

November 17, 2025 Dear Georgian, For over 40 days, hardworking Americans were held hostage by Democrats as a political tactic. During that time, American families were used as "leverage" by Democrat leadership, pay checks were missed, flights were cancelled, and SNA…

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November 10, 2025 at 5:06 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

November 10, 2025 Dear Georgian, After far too long, late last night, eight Democrats in the Senate joined with Republicans and voted to begin the process of funding the government.  Unsurprisingly, Georgia's own senators, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, again fail…

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November 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

November 3, 2025 Dear Georgian, The Schumer Shutdown has reached a major inflection point as 42 million Americans are now missing SNAP benefits, and funding for many other essential programs has run dry. This disaster has been manufactured and maintained by the Dem…

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October 27, 2025 at 2:33 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

October 27, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last Wednesday, Senate Democrats voted “no” for the 12th time when given another chance to reopen our government. We’re now heading into week five of a senseless government shutdown. Democratic leadership has admitted “Of course ther…

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October 20, 2025 at 4:39 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott October 20, 2025 Dear Georgian, We are now going on the fourth week of the Democrat manufactured government shutdown. While Democrats partied at their "No Kings" festivals this past week, federal employees are missing paychecks an…

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October 12, 2025 at 9:01 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

October 12, 2025 Dear Georgian, The Schumer Shutdown continues in Washington, D.C. and, unfortunately, Democrats have given no indication that they plan to vote to end it any time soon. With servicemembers and federal employees soon to miss a paycheck, farmers unabl…

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October 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

October 5, 2025 Dear Georgian, 17 days ago, the House of Representatives passed a clean, continuing resolution to fund the government and avoid a harmful shutdown, in a bipartisan vote. We are now in day 5 of the shutdown, still watching Democrats in the Senate bloc…

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September 29, 2025 at 2:48 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

September 29, 2025 Dear Georgian, As many of you are aware, our fiscal year comes to a close this Tuesday, September 30. Nine days ago, the House, in a bipartisan vote, passed a clean short-term continuing resolution that allows our government agencies to continue o…

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September 22, 2025 at 5:18 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

September 22, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House of Representatives passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) to keep the government funded and operational until November 21st, while Congress continues to work through the remaining appropriation bills. This legislat…

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September 15, 2025 at 2:56 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

September 15, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week was tough for our country. We experienced what felt like tragedy after tragedy. A video of a young woman, Iryna Zarutska being brutally stabbed to death on a train in Charlotte was released, children were injured in a scho…

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September 8, 2025 at 3:18 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

tt September 8, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House of Representatives passed the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2026. This legislation included strengthening our national security by providing $20.662 billion for the …

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September 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

tt September 8, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House of Representatives passed the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2026. This legislation included strengthening our national security by providing $20.662 billion for the …

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September 1, 2025 at 3:58 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

September 1, 2025 Dear Georgian, Service Academy Day is coming up on Saturday, September 6th at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins. The event will feature representatives from all five U.S. Service Academies, along with representatives from ROTC programs and pr…

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August 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

August 25, 2025 Dear Georgian, I enjoyed the opportunity to meet with more constituents and businesses throughout our district this past week. I was also in Columbus for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Congressional Luncheon. This is an event put on by the Georgia …

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August 18, 2025 at 4:51 PM

Au Update from Rep. Austin Scott

August 18, 2025 Dear Georgian, The August work period continued this week and included meetings from Baldwin County to Lowndes County. I continue to be impressed by the amazing work going on in our district and the great folks that make it possible, and I am thankfu…

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August 18, 2025 at 4:36 PM

Au Update from Rep. Austin Scott

August 18, 2025 Dear Georgian, The August work period continued this week and included meetings from Baldwin County to Lowndes County. I continue to be impressed by the amazing work going on in our district and the great folks that make it possible, and I am thankfu…

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August 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

August 11, 2025 Dear Georgian, It was great to travel throughout the district last week, meeting with constituents and businesses that call Georgia's Eighth District home. These visits highlight the great work being done throughout our state and better inform my wor…

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August 4, 2025 at 9:29 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

August 4, 2025 Dear Georgian, We are back in Georgia's Eighth District for our district work period and last week, we made sure to hit the ground running with several great events across the district. From meeting with industry associations to celebrating our true c…

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July 28, 2025 at 3:14 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

July 28, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week was a big week for our agriculture communities. In the House Agriculture Committee, we held a hearing examining the implications of California's Proposition 12 on pork, veal, and egg producers across the country. Prop 12 is an …

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July 21, 2025 at 1:43 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

July 21, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week was a very busy week in Washington D.C. We were able to secure some big wins for Georgia's Eighth Congressional District. The House Armed Services Committee marked up, and passed, the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authoriz…

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July 14, 2025 at 3:05 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

July 14, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the United States Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced stage one of a comprehensive plan to deliver disaster relief to our farmers who suffered eligible crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and …

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July 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

July 7, 2025 Dear Georgian, 249 years ago, our forefathers declared our independence from a tyrannical ruler and created the United States of America.  Since that moment, the United States has stood as a beacon of freedom, liberty, justice, and democracy for the en…

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July 1, 2025 at 1:37 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

  July 1, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, President Donald Trump took decisive action to prevent the Iranian regime from having access to nuclear weapons. Operation Midnight Hammer ensures the safety and security of the United States and our allies in the Middle E…

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June 17, 2025 at 7:34 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

June 17, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week saw major developments in the Middle East. Israel has an inherent right to self-defense, and the United States must stand firm in our support as Israel continues to fight to protect all people from Iranian nuclear threats. No …

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June 8, 2025 at 7:39 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

June 8, 2025 Dear Georgian, 81 years ago this past Friday, courageous Americans joined by our allies stormed the beaches of Normandy to liberate Europe from the Nazis as part of Operation Overlord. This was the beginning of the end of World War II in Europe and is …

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May 26, 2025 at 8:10 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

May 26, 2025 Dear Georgian, Happy Memorial Day! Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our freedoms. Their courage ensured that we continue to live in a nation defined by liberty and justice. As we gather with …

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May 19, 2025 at 9:34 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

May 19, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, our nation recognized National Police Week. I am thankful for all of the law enforcement officers who dedicate their careers to keeping our communities safe. In the House, we passed H.R. 2240, the Improving Law Enforcement Of…

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May 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

May 12, 2025 Dear Georgian, The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is our enemy. They have executed a sophisticated global influence campaign, allowing the CCP to conduct espionage in our country and steal our intellectual property and trade secrets. Part of their espio…

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May 5, 2025 at 2:39 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

May 5, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House Armed Services Committee marked up its portion of the Reconciliation Bill. This legislation includes $250 million for Air Force Depot modernization which will benefit Robins AFB. I supported both of these provisions i…

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April 28, 2025 at 1:29 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

April 28, 2025 Dear Georgian, I hope that you and your families all had a joyous Easter celebration last week!  "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of J…

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April 14, 2025 at 3:12 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

April 14, 2025 Dear Georgian, The deadline to submit entries for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition has been changed from Friday, April 18th to Monday, April 21st. All high school students (9-12th grade) who reside in or attend school in the Eighth Congression…

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April 7, 2025 at 2:48 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

April 7, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, some of our nation's finest returned to Moody Air Force Base after spending over six months away from their families to keep our country safe. Thank you to our Flying Tigers! We are forever grateful for your service and are …

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March 31, 2025 at 2:54 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

March 31, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House Intelligence Committee had our open source hearing, and FBI Director Kash Patel shared with me that the FBI successfully apprehended three individuals from the FBI Top 10 Most Wanted list under his leadership. It w…

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March 23, 2025 at 8:06 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

March 23, 2025 Dear Georgian, IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR FARMERS: Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced the USDA’s Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year. This program was passed last Congress, with $10 billion allocated to economic assist…

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March 16, 2025 at 10:10 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

2 March 16, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House passed H.R. 1968, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act. I supported this continuing resolution to keep our government open. Our fiscal year starts October 1st, and we need to immediately s…

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March 10, 2025 at 2:25 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

March 10, 2025 Dear Georgian, It was an honor to attend President Trump's Joint Address to Congress on Tuesday. President Trump has delivered on his promise to secure our borders and halt the flow of deadly fentanyl and cartels into our country. His administration …

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March 3, 2025 at 3:32 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

March 3, 2025 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House passed the House Budget Resolution, which contains budgetary instructions for committees to produce legislation that ensures tax relief for working families and small businesses, reins in reckless federal spending,…

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February 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

February 24, 2025 Dear Georgian, I had a productive week in the district last week, where I met with the base leadership of Robins and Moody Air Force Bases, visited several schools, met with various local groups and businesses, and more. If I didn't see you last w…

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February 18, 2025 at 3:30 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

February 18, 2025 Dear Georgian, Farm families are the backbone of our rural economy and communities, and they deserve the best. I recently cosponsored the bipartisan Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act, which helps ensure they receive fair and accurate el…

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February 10, 2025 at 3:45 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

February 10, 2025 Dear Georgian, In 2023, 70% of the 107,000 overdose deaths in the U.S. involved a synthetic opioid, such as fentanyl. Last week, the House passed the HALT Fentanyl Act, which will permanently classify fentanyl as a Schedule I drug. This legislatio…

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January 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

January 27, 2025 Dear Georgian, President Trump delivered on his promises to America and signed critical executive orders last week to secure our border by declaring a National Emergency at the border and restoring key policies like Remain in Mexico. I applaud Pres…

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January 19, 2025 at 8:20 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

January 19, 2025 Dear Georgian, Tomorrow is a historic day in America as President Donald Trump will take his oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. Georgia has nine major military installations, and we know better than anyone the importance of …

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January 12, 2025 at 9:29 PM

An Update From Rep. Austin Scott

January 12, 2025 Dear Georgian, It is an honor to represent you. I recently returned to Washington and was sworn into the 119th Congress, where I will continue to be a fierce fighter for Georgia's farmers, military installations, and rural communities. I also join…

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December 16, 2024 at 5:51 PM

An Update from Rep. Austin Scott

December 16, 2024 Dear Georgian, On Friday, the U.S. National Guard celebrated its 388th Birthday! Thank you to all guardsmen for your service! As always, my staff and I are here to help. If you need assistance with a federal agency or have comments or concerns to…

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December 9, 2024 at 9:24 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

2024 December 9, 2024 Dear Georgian, My colleagues and I are working together to secure disaster relief after Hurricane Helene. Last week, I joined other members of the Georgia Delegation in sending a bipartisan letter to House and Senate Appropriations Leadership ex…

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November 26, 2024 at 3:44 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

2024 November 26, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Thanksgiving week! As Americans, we have so much to be grateful for, especially our farmers who are the core of rural America and put the food on our tables. I am truly blessed to represent Georgia’s Eighth Congressional Di…

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November 18, 2024 at 3:30 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

  November 18, 2024 Dear Georgian, The House returned to Washington last week after elections, and Republicans got right to work to determine our leadership for the next Congress. We nominated Speaker Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House and Majority Leader Steve Sca…

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